Winter can be harsh on skin and hair, but these quick beauty fixes will have you glowing in no time. (Credit: iStock)

Dry skin. Brittle nails. Dull, frizzy hair. By now we've had just about all we can take of the cold weather beauty blues, but it's time to stop complaining and take action. Spring has just arrived, and a little pampering now means we'll be ready and looking our best when the first warm days finally start rolling in. Here, some common beauty issues and the products that will fix them-- fast. By Nina...

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The problem: Sensitive skin
The solution: Amarte Daily ExfoliPowder
Use: It's just as important to cleanse your face properly in the winter months, but dry, chapped skin needs extra care. This exfoliating powder cleanser is extra gentle and leaves skin smooth and bright. Wet face and shake a small amount of the powder into hands. Rub hands together to form a creamy lather and massage over face in circular motions. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry.
Buy: $60 at amartecosmetics.com.

14 common cold weather beauty issues and how to fix them

March 8, 2013 5:04 PM

Dry skin. Brittle nails. Dull, frizzy hair. By now we've had just about all we can take of the cold weather beauty blues, but it's time to stop complaining and take action. Spring has just arrived, and a little pampering now means we'll be ready and looking our best when the first warm days finally start rolling in. Here, some common beauty issues and the products that will fix them-- fast. By Nina Ruggiero